We rounded up the best responses to help you nail your next job
interview. Here are seven psychological tricks to amp up your
chances:

1. Warm up

"When you get there early, go to the bathroom and warm your
hands, either under hot water or under a hand dryer," suggests
Susan Bearry. "Dry, warm hands
inspire confidence. Cold, clammy hands are a big unconscious
turn-off." Putting yourself in the right mindset from the start
will calm your nerves and help you focus.

Mirroring your interviewer's hand gestures and breathing subtly
shows them you're on the same page, says Quora user Zambelli Sylar Federico. But remember,
it's more understated than flat-out copying their every move,
which would likely come across as creepy. "They scratch their
nose with left hand, you touch your face with right hand. They
cross their legs, you cross legs the opposite way," Federico
explains.

3. Take your time

You might feel compelled to answer each question right away, but
don't be afraid to take a few seconds to collect your thoughts.
Not only will your answer sound more articulate, but you'll sound
more confident to your interviewer. "It communicates to people
that you know your own value. The vibe is that of someone who
knows that what they have to say is worth the extra wait,"
Tim Chi says.

4. Watch your body language

A nervous habit, such as cracking your knuckles or playing with
your pen, can give the wrong impression to your interviewer. For
example, avoid crossing your arms. "This gives off the vibe that
you're closing in on yourself and not willing to understand,"
warns Melinda Edwards.
Similarly, don't fidget too much. "This makes the interviewer
uncomfortable, because they see how restless you are," she adds.

5. Bond with your interviewer

Finding common ground with your interviewer creates a personal
connection that makes you more memorable and likeable. "Subtly
compliment your interviewer on the questions he or she asks, or
on some aspect of their personality," Susan Bearry says. "Try to find
something that will bond you, such as commenting on pictures of
his or her family, or sports teams."

6. Visualize your ideal interview

John Sannicandro recommends picturing yourself
nailing the interview starting a few days beforehand. "Rehearse
how you want to feel emotionally during the interview and get
into that resourceful state many times during the days before,"
he says. "You will be better able to tap into that state when it
counts." For example, if your nerves cause you to blurt out the
first answer you think of, visualize yourself giving calm,
composed responses — it will help you get into that mindset on
the big day.

7. Read facial cues

Your interviwer's body language can provide valuable feedback to
how the interview is going if you learn to read it correctly. For
example, if they lock eyes with you, they're probably expecting
you to elaborate more, says Quora user Abhishek A. Singh. Picking up on these
nuances will help you tailor your responses to keep the interview
on track.